Non-Surgical Hair Replacement Pros and Cons

Paul Cochrane05 July 2018

For all sufferers of baldness, whether caused by a medical condition such as alopecia or the results of Female or Male Pattern Baldness, choosing whether to try to “cure” your condition is a serious consideration.

Many men, in particular, choose the natural option of shaving off what remains of their hair. Studies have shown that this allows them to make a more masculine first impression. But many others dislike the idea of the “slap head” or completely shaven look. Equally, many women who are going bald are reluctant to go for it.

If you are one of these many thousands of people, you may be considering the option of a hair replacement system. Non-surgical hair replacement has pros and cons like any “baldness cure.” Here we’ll take a look at just a few of them.

But first:

What is non-surgical hair replacement?

Non-surgical hair replacement involves a membrane that’s full of natural hair being non-permanently bonded to your scalp. If you have any hair remaining, the hair in the membrane will be designed to blend with it – or to have the appearance your hair used to.

Because the membrane is incredibly thin it cannot be seen by close inspection. It is affixed using modern bonding agents which can survive your regular daily shower, your regular sporting activities, heat and cold and more.

Despite this, deciding on which hair replacement system you’ll use is a big decision. Many people find they need to know more.

Pro: looking for non-surgical hair replacement in London? There are many options

In London and other major cities in the UK and elsewhere, the science of non-surgical hair replacement has many devotees. There are many studios where you can go in person to discuss your hair.

Pro: it’s instant

Unlike hair loss miracle drugs and surgical options, a hair replacement system gets you instant results. There’s no need to wait to see if the treatment “takes” or if you’ve wasted your money.

For those worried about the reactions of friends or colleagues to their sudden return to sporting a full head of hair, some studios will offer evolving models. This usually means that every time your system needs replacement you get a new one with incrementally more hair. This mimics the gradual healthy return of your hair.

Pro: it’s non-invasive so there’s no chance of side-effects or rejection

Also unlike hair replacement surgery or hair loss drugs, men and women’s hair replacement systems don’t involve any medical changes to your body. This also means there’s no chance of them being rejected and there are so far no recorded instances of negative reactions to them.

That’s a pretty big plus.

Con: fear of discovery

That said, non-surgical hair replacement disadvantages do exist. Probably the biggest for most people is the fear of discovery. There can be a tendency for those people who don’t wish it known they’ve gone in for women’s or men’s non-surgical hair replacement to fear they’re going to be “found out.”

Confident people don’t tend to care, simply happy with the results the system gets them. For others, it can create intimacy issues with their head area on first dates, for example.

Con: you need to wash it like regular hair

Whether you have a system which features real hair or synthetic hair, you still need to wash it as if it was real. That’s because the skin beneath the membrane will still shed and produce body oils like normal. Keeping your hair system washed keeps you clean and fresh on top just as it always has.

But then, as you’d be washing your hair anyway, it does seem a bit of a small negative. But it’s still there!

As always, it’s best to get all of the information you can before choosing whether it’s the pros or cons of non-surgical hair replacement which swing it for you. London and many other major cities have plenty of available barbers and hairdressers who specialise in hair loss. So it’s easy enough to ask a few questions next time you’re in the area.

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I just have to post about the most fantastic experience my 15 yr old son has just had. Having been formally diagnosed with AA last Weds by a very brusque dermatologist. My son went from having thin hair to huge bald patches within days. We were all so distressed and didn’t know which way to turn. I contacted Paul Cochrane of Frankie Cochrane in Holborn concerning a non surgical hair replacement system. Read More

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I lost most of my hair when I was about 19 due to alopecia and stress. I had huge bald patches within two days. Goes without saying I was devastated. For 20 years I had been bald and shaving down to zero, but always dreamed of having hair again. I came across Cochrane & Co online while researching hair replacement systems. Their website was full of information, and it really came across with how passionate they are about this. I travelled down from East Yorkshire to London for my first fitting, and it was an incredible experience to see other men having a hair replacement system fitted at the same time as me. I received nothing but a first class and professional service. Grant and Paul really put me at ease throughout the process. It's the best decision I have made for myself, I have a new found confidence, a new passion and it's knocked years off my looks. Friends and family cannot believe it's not my own hair and it's been nothing but positive. I even asked three hairdressers what they thought of my hair, all said it looks great, I then told them it was a hair replacement system and they were utterly shocked! For any men or women out there sitting on the fence take my advice and just go for it, we only live once, and Cochrane & Co are the absolute best in the business!

I just have to post about the most fantastic experience my 15 yr old son has just had. Having been formally diagnosed with AA last Weds by a very brusque dermatologist. My son went from having thin hair to huge bald patches within days. We were all so distressed and didn’t know which way to turn. I contacted Paul Cochrane of Frankie Cochrane in Holborn concerning a non surgical hair replacement system. We were given an appointment for a consultation the following day. Paul is so kind and caring and fully explained what he could do for him. We booked an appointment for the following evening (today). Ros, the technician, was beyond fabulous. We were with her for three and a half hours and she has given my son his “life” back. I cannot praise them enough. The only problem my son had was choosing the hairstyle that he wanted and it was hard to rein him back as it’s been many years since he had thick hair. The support system that they offer is above and beyond and has given us the reassurance that we so needed

The hair replacement system form Cochrane & Co really helped me cope with my hair loss. The system is comfortable, easy to maintain and makes me feel like I have my real hair back, which is in itself a great confidence booster. I highly recommend them if you’re suffering from hair loss.

Changed my life!!! I cannot express enough just how grateful I am that I decided to receive a non-surgical hair replacement. I had no idea just how much this would impact my life in a positive way and I just want to give tons of thanks to Cochrane & Co. Before making this decision I already had a very successful career in car sales and now I have taken it to another level. In my job looking good is one of the most important things to succeed. I feel and look so young again and amazing!

Paul is the most amazing person and hairdresser! He made me realise that non surgical hair replacement is a great opportunity and he was right!! Highly recommend Cochrane&co. They do the best hair systems in UK

Highly recommend hair replacement systems for anyone struggling with hair loss! Very efficient solution, not that hard to maintain (as it seems in the beginning). Also, Paul is amazing and highly experienced! Very nice person, the right one to trust.

After having a hair piece fitted for me by another company, I now wish I came to Cochrane & Co first of all. I can say with confidence that the service I received and the quality of the hair piece is far superior at Cochrane & Co. From the moment I walked in I felt reassured, comfortable and was given all the information I needed. Lucy fitted and styled my hair piece and she was always so helpful and friendly, making it a very pleasurable experience. I am thrilled with how my hair turned out and it has boosted my confidence again. For anyone considering a hairpiece, look no further for the best in quality and the best service! Best wishes

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